Bochdalek hernia in adulthood: an unusual presentation and diagnostic dilemma.

Bochdalek diaphragmatic hernia is one of the most important surgically correctable causes of respiratory distress in the newborn. Delayed presentation in adult life is uncommon. We present a case of a 46-year-old, multigravida Kashmiri woman, who was misdiagnosed earlier and treated for pulmonary tuberculosis. Diagnosis was established pre-operatively by plain chest radiograph and barium meal. A dorso-lateral defect was located on left side of diaphragm which was corrected by using a prolene mesh.

Medicinal utilization of naturally occurring rocks and minerals

The importance of pharmaceutical minerals and rocks have been highlighted. The use of rocks and minerals to produce finished pharmaceutical products find their way for curative and promotive health. A detailed listing of the compounds, naturally occurring minerals as well as rocks and their application if delineated herewith